Our Favorites from the Pacific Northwest

Splendid Discoveries in Olympia, Washington and Beyond

Tracy Ellen BeardSeptember 28, 2020

The city of Olympia, Washington, sits on the south end of Puget Sound. This vibrant capital city boasts an eclectic array of restaurants, a variety of accommoda... Read More...

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Get Away from Seattle for an Opulent Retreat in Bellevue

Tracy Ellen BeardSeptember 24, 2020

Bellevue, Washington lies nine miles from downtown Seattle on the east side of Lake Washington. It's close enough to enjoy the city yet far enough away to claim... Read More...

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Visiting the Long Beach Peninsula of Washington: As Travel Opens Up

Elizabeth RoseJune 17, 2020

As we sat in our homes, “leaving only for essential travel,” we dreamed of places we’d like to go. And, we started plotting out some post-closure travels where ... Read More...

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10 Wow Things to Do South of Seattle

Teresa BergenOctober 29, 2019

Everybody has heard of Seattle. But even though I live only a few hours south in Portland, Oregon, I was unfamiliar with some of the towns just south of that fa... Read More...

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In 2005, Hotel Max became a beacon of rock culture. Photo courtesy of the Hotel Max

Hotel Max: A Creative Gem in Seattle

Lara DunningOctober 23, 2019

Hotel Max is one of Seattle's hippest downtown boutique hotels with trendy amenities to match. A cherry red reception counter and the stack of drums by artist I... Read More...

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The Ultimate Guide to 48 Hours in Portland

Jill SchildhouseAugust 21, 2019

“How much can we possibly see in just two days in Portland, Oregon?” my fiancé, Ryan, asked, as I put the finishing touches on our Portland itinerary. “Plenty,”... Read More...

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Outdoor activities with Wanderlust Tours. Photo courtesy of Wanderlust Tours.

Bend, Oregon — A Preeminent Outdoor Playground in the West

Tracy Ellen BeardJuly 10, 2019

Sunshine prevails more than 300 days a year in Bend, Oregon, enticing adventurers to explore this outdoor playground with numerous trails to hike, bike, and run... Read More...

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Savor the Shoulder Season at Semiahmoo Resort, Golf and Spa

Tracy Ellen BeardApril 22, 2019

Spring and fall are two of my favorite times to take a relaxing vacation. Kids are still in school, resorts and hotels are quieter, it is easy to get dinner res... Read More...

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Explore the Heights and Depths of The Porter Portland Hotel

Tracy Ellen BeardMarch 27, 2019

Portland, Oregon, should be experienced from top to bottom. The Porter Portland Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers one of the city’s best rooftop bars “o... Read More...

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Oregon Classic Wines Auction - Fabulous Cabernet Franc wines from Leah Jorgensen Cellars. Photo courtesy of John Valls.

Oregon Classic Wines Auction Continues to Give Back to the Community

Tracy Ellen BeardJanuary 11, 2019

The Classic Wines Auction is celebrating its 35th anniversary. What began as a wine exchange is now a yearly sequence of winemaker dinners and a spectacular win... Read More...

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